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OdinLake Ergo Butterfly 753: two-minute review

After spending a few weeks parked in the OdinLake Ergo Butterfly 753 at work, I can confidently say it’s one of the most thoughtfully designed ergonomic chairs I’ve used, and I’ve used many of the best office chairs in my time.

Much like the OdinLake Ergo Max 747 I reviewed last year, the all-mesh FlexBreath material is the major feature of this chair (apart from the design), as it is what you’ll spend all your time interfacing with. Fortunately, it's a much higher quality mesh than a lot of similar breathable chairs, almost like sitting in a comfy hammock. OK, maybe not that comfortable, but it’s not that far off.

Using it in TechRadar’s component testing lab, I was struck by both its excellent ergonomic support and its breathability. I spend a lot of time in that lab with components bleeding off heat into the air like you wouldn’t believe, but the chair kept me cool through most of it.

On the design front, the split-back butterfly spine of the chair isn’t just an aesthetic flourish—it moves with my body, offering targeted support for both my upper and lower back, something you really don’t get elsewhere, and once you feel it, you get it. The dynamic lumbar system also subtly shifts to match my posture, so whether I’m leaning forward to type or reclining to read, my spine stays supported.

(Image credit: Future / John Loeffler)

The WireControl adjustment paddles in the armrests, meanwhile, are very intuitive. Instead of awkwardly fumbling under the seat, I can reach paddles just beneath the armrests to tweak height, tilt lock, and tilt tension. The seat depth is easy to adjust, and the recline range—up to about 135°—lets me shift from focused work to relaxed lounging without losing comfort. The headrest, while firm, provides consistent neck support during long video calls, and the optional footrest adds even more comfort to the mix if you want it.

Assembly was fairly straightforward, with only two large pieces taking up 80% of the work. These pieces, namely the seat itself and the back, are both rather heavy, so make sure you have some help if you need it to put the chair together.

Normally $999, the OdinLake O3 Ergo Butterfly 753 is often on sale for $899 on OdinLake’s website, sans footrest, which definitely puts it into the premium tier for office chairs. It's also available from OdinLake's European storefront, where it's currently discounted from €869 down to €782 at the time of review.

It’s undeniably an investment, but it’s an investment in your comfort and is backed by an impressive 15-year warranty on the frame (5-year warranty for other parts), so if you are tempted to invest in the chair, you’ll at least have some peace of mind about its longevity.

Unfortunately, the chair is only available to ship to the lower 48 states, so Hawaii and Alaska residents, as well as anyone outside the US, are out of luck. For everyone else in delivery range who spends serious time at their desk, the OdinLake Ergo Butterfly 753 delivers some seriously impressive comfort with durable construction and enough adjustability to set it exactly where you need it.

OdinLake Ergo Butterfly 753: Price & availability

(Image credit: Future / John Loeffler)

• How much is it? Currently $899 at OdinLake's website
• When is it available? It is available now
• Where can you get it? Only ships within the continental United States

In the US, the OdinLake Ergo Butterfly 753’s list price is $999 for the chair itself (currently discounted to $899), while adding the footrest will cost you extra, setting this in the premium tier as far as office chairs go. You can check it out by clicking here.

OdinLake doesn’t offer shipping to Hawaii, Alaska, or international addresses - those US buyers, though, do get free shipping on their orders.

However, there is a European store for UK and EU users. You can see it by clicking here.

Given all its features—the FlexBreath mesh, dynamic ergonomic support, 4D armrests, and back bar—as well as its robust warranty, this price isn’t out of line with its competitors.

• Value: 4 / 5

OdinLake Ergo Butterfly 753: Specs

(Image credit: Future / John Loeffler)

Maximum height

32.7 ins

Weight

75 lbs

Materials

FlexBreath Mesh, aluminum alloy, plastic

Maximum recline

135 degrees

Armrests

4D

Maximum weight load

350 lbs

Warranty

Frame: 15-years | All other parts: 5-years

OdinLake Ergo Butterfly 753: Assembly

(Image credit: Future / John Loeffler)

• Assembly took about 30 minutes
• Two people might be required
• Courtesy work gloves are a great touch

One thing I appreciated about the OdinLake Ergo Butterfly 753 is how straightforward it was to assemble. From unboxing to sitting down for the first time, the whole process took me just under 30 minutes—and I was fairly lackadaisical about it, too.

Every part was individually wrapped and labeled, which meant no guesswork about what went where, and the work gloves included with the hardware to keep my hands clean while assembling it is a fantastic touch that other chair makers really need to copy. The included hardware also came with some extra screws, which is a helpful touch, especially for those of us who are prone to drop and lose sight of the one piece of hardware that keeps everything together.

Instructions were clear and well-illustrated, and you can also watch OdinLake’s short assembly video online, which walks through each step visually. I’ve assembled enough chairs in my time that I barely had to look at the instructions, especially with so few parts to pull together. All this makes it almost impossible to make a mistake. The heaviest lift—literally—was attaching the seat to the base. This chair isn’t light, so lifting and aligning parts by yourself might be difficult. If you’re not comfortable handling bulky pieces alone, having a second person for that step would help.

All the pre-drilled holes lined up perfectly, and the included Allen wrench was comfortable enough to use without causing hand strain. Once assembled, the chair felt rock-solid immediately—no wobbles, no loose elements, no “settling in” period. Even the casters slotted in smoothly without resistance.

Overall, the assembly process reinforced the impression of quality. There was no cutting corners in how the chair was packaged, how the parts fit, or how easy it was to get it from box to office. If you’re going to have to assemble a chair yourself, this is exactly the kind of experience you want.

• Assembly: 4.5 / 5

OdinLake Ergo Butterfly 753: Design

(Image credit: Future / John Loeffler)

• Innovative 'winged' design for upper back support
• Rather heavy, even with partial plastic construction
• Clever controls positioning in the arm rests

The OdinLake Ergo Butterfly 753’s design balances modern ergonomics with innovative and eye-catching flourishes.

The FlexBreath mesh is the star of the show, in my mind. It’s tightly woven, so it’s supportive, but it never feels rigid or scratchy, which is a major problem with other mesh fabric chairs I’ve sat in. The mesh material also stays cool even when I’ve been seated for hours. From the front, the chair is sleek and professional; from the back, the butterfly-shaped support frame turns it into a bit of a conversation piece, and the optional footrest can really elevate your office game and make your coworkers jealous.

That said, those butterfly ‘wings’ on the back might look like they’re metal, but they are actually plastic, which is a slight letdown compared to the rest of the premium build. Unfortunately, I think a sacrifice had to be made here simply for physics’ sake, as the chair is heavy enough as it is, so adding substantially more metal probably isn’t practical (especially if you plan on leaning all 135 degrees back into the chair).

Another excellent design touch is the horizontal bar at the top of the chair’s back. While it looks like a visual flourish, it’s actually super convenient for moving the chair around while you’re not in it, providing a solid grip to reposition the chair. Given that the chair weighs about 75 lb, this handle makes maneuvering far less awkward.

The aluminum alloy base and internal frame give it a reassuring solidity, with casters that glide smoothly and silently across the hard flooring of our NYC office.

Controls are also incredibly intuitive. Height and tilt adjustments are handled by paddles under the armrests—no bending down and hunting for levers—, as the 4D armrests offer height, width, depth, and angle adjustments. The armrests are on the firm side, so there are definitely those who’ll want to have softer padding, but your mileage may vary.

Overall, the design of the OdinLake O3 Ergo Butterfly 753 feels like it was made by someone who actually uses a chair for 8–12 hours a day, from the comfort of the mesh to the dynamic lumbar and upper back support, delivering practical, stylish ergonomics that make getting through a workday much easier than it would otherwise be.

• Design: 4.5 / 5

OdinLake Ergo Butterfly 753: Performance

(Image credit: Future / John Loeffler)

• Dynamic lumbar support
• Very comfortable FlexBreath mesh
• Well-supported seat for long stretches of work

In daily use, the Butterfly 753 proved itself as more than just a pretty frame—it’s a genuinely high-performance ergonomic tool. The split-back design with its independent upper and lower sections allowed me to change postures frequently without ever feeling unsupported. The dynamic lumbar system was especially impressive.

The tilt function is equally adaptable. With the tilt lock disengaged, I could gently rock while reading, which felt more natural than being locked into a rigid position. The range—up to roughly 135°—is perfect for switching between deep focus and one of those office moments where you just need to lean back, run your closed eyes, and let out some kind of tired sigh. Meanwhile, the tilt resistance is adjustable, so I could fine-tune it to my body weight (it supports up to 350 lbs) and preferred recline position.

The seat comfort is likewise excellent. The mesh offers a slight flex that distributes my weight evenly, avoiding the pressure points I’ve experienced with padded foam seats over long sessions. The seat depth adjustment also let me keep my feet flat, which helps prevent circulation issues in the legs—as evolved hunter-gatherers forced to work long, stationary hours in an office, every little bit helps.

The headrest is supportive during calls and writing sessions, though it’s mesh and relatively firm, so if you’re the type who likes a little pillow or cushion on your chair, you’ll have to source that yourself.

The armrests, meanwhile, are adjustable in four dimensions but are definitely on the firm side. If you’re suffering from elbow pain due to resting them on hard surfaces, you might not like these armrests very much.

• Performance: 4.5 / 5

Should I buy the OdinLake Ergo Butterfly 753?

(Image credit: Future / John Loeffler)OdinLake Ergo Butterfly 753 Scorecard

Value

While not cheap, this isn't the most expensive premium office chair on the market.

4 / 5

Assembly

While the back and seat parts of the chair are heavy enough to require two people to put it together, the chair is otherwise very easy to put together.

4.5 / 5

Design

The Ergo Butterfly 753 offers some excellent features and aesthetics that you won't easily find elsewhere.

4.5 / 5

Performance

At the end of the day, an office chair needs to be comfortable over a long stretch of time, and the Ergo Butterfly 753 has comfort for days.

4.5 / 5

Final score

The flexible mesh fabric of this chair is some of the best I've ever experienced, and the dynamic lumbar and butterfly upper back support make this chair a gamechanger.

4.38 / 5

Buy the OdinLake Ergo Butterfly 753 if...

You need truly customizable support
The various position settings and dynamic lumbar support make this incredibly comfortable for a lot of body types.

You need something breathable
If you spend a lot of time sitting in your office chair, getting air circulation on your back and legs can mean the difference between comfort and misery, and this chair has the former in spades.

Don't buy it if...

You're on a tight budget
While this isn't the most expensive office chair on the market, it's not cheap.

You need more actual cushioning
If you're someone who needs actual cushions to feel comfortable, especially on your armrests, this chair might not give you what you need.

Also consider

Herman Miller Aeron (Classic)
A trusted mesh office chair with polished adjustability and long-term durability, though it lacks a headrest and has a shorter warranty.

Read the full Herman Miller Aeron review

OdinLake Ergo Max 747
If the OdinLake Ergo Butterfly 753 is slightly too rich for your blood, the also very comfortable Ergo Max 747 is a slightly cheaper alternative.

Read the full OdinLake Ergo Max 747 review

• Originally reviewed August 2025

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• A hacker has stolen sensitive Kimsuky files and logs
• They claim the group is "morally perverted", and hacks for "all the wrong reasons"
• But the leak will not dismantle the group, some argue

Kimsuky, a notorious North Korean state-sponsored threat actor, has been hacked by someone who claims not to be a cybercriminal but rather - an "artist".

The database is 8.9GB in size, and can be found on the “Distributed Denial of Secrets” website, containing logs, tools, and infrastructure used by the group, exposing their tactics, techniques, and procedures.

The haul contains phishing logs showing an attack against The Defense Counterintelligence Command (South Korean military intelligence security agency), different targeted domains, archives with the complete source code of South Korea’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs email platform (including webmail, admin, and other modules), a list of South Korean university professors, a toolkit for building phishing sites, Cobalt Strike loaders, and more.

Driven by greed

Kimsuky is notorious for its cyber-espionage campaigns. The group’s earliest sightings were back in 2012, and since then, it was credited with numerous attacks against government agencies, think tanks, research institutions, and media outlets. It is particularly focused on Korean Peninsula affairs, nuclear policy, and foreign relations.

The hacker, going by Saber / cyb0rg, slammed Kimsuky for advancing state agendas:

“Kimsuky, you are not a hacker. You are driven by financial greed, to enrich your leaders, and to fulfill their political agenda,” a letter accompanying the dump reads. “You steal from others and favor your own. You value yourself above the others: You are morally perverted.”

“You hack for all the wrong reasons,” the letter concluded.

Although a commendable effort, this leak will probably not completely stop Kimsuky, a state-sponsored actor with formidable resources.

However, since many tools and methods have been “burned”, it could slow the group down, expose current campaigns, and force it to start from scratch in some cases.

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• Android TV 14 is finally hitting some Sony TVs, according to reports
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Some Sony TVs have started to reportedly receive Android TV 14 in a recent software update, nearly a year on from its launch in mid-2024.

Initially launched on Google's own streamer devices and Onn streamers, it appears we're seeing a major rollout of Android TV 14 onto a host of Sony TVs.

According to Android Authority, the models included aren't what you'd expect, as a vast majority are entry-level to mid-range LED TVs. The rollout was first spotted by Reddit user Proshis_Saha_Swoopna, whose own TV updated from Android TV 11 to 14.

Some of the models included are the Sony X77L, Sony Bravia 2, Sony X75L, X74L, X75K, X74K, X70L, X64L and more, some of which go as far back as 2022.

Interestingly, the sets all listed in the update are those with Realtek chipsets and not Mediatek, the latter of which is included on more premium Sony TVs such as the Sony A95L and Sony X90L, two of the best TVs in recent years.

It's not clear yet what updates these Sony TVs will receive from Android TV 14, but some of its features include a Low Energy and Optimized Energy mode, a picture-in-picture feature and a performance upgrade on devices with low RAM.

One thing worth noting is that although major OS updates may not be arriving for some TVs, there are still regular bug and security updates happening for Google TV devices. My own Philips OLED and Sony LED TV both received updates this year.

Below is the full list of Sony TVs set to receive the Android TV 14 update:

• K-43S20
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• K-55S25
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• K-65S25
• K-65S25B
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• KD-50X70L
• KD-50X75L
• KD-55X74L
• KD-55X75L
• KD-65X74L
• KD-65X75L
• KD-43X77L
• KD-50X77L
• KD-55X77L
• KD-65X77L
• KD-75X77L
• KD-32W820K
• KD-32W830K
• KD-43W880K
• KD-43X74K
• KD-43X75K
• KD-50X74K
• KD-50X75K
• KD-55X74K
• KD-55X75K
• KD-65X74K
• KD-65X75K

When will the full rollout take place?

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It's been a long time coming, but it's finally good to see some progress with Android TV 14. In almost a year since its launch, it has only made it to specific Google and Onn streamers while some TVs with the Google TV platform are still stuck at Android 10, 11 and 12.

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While it's great that the rollout has begun for Sony, it seems odd that it's only on specific models with the Realtek chipset. That's great news for those LED TV owners, but not such great news for those who own more premium Sony TVs.

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Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360: Two-minute review

There's no denying that the Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 is a premium laptop. Everything about it screams 'high-end', from the sleek chassis to the fantastic performance. Is it one of the best ultrabooks? Having spent a week using it for this review, I feel confident saying so.

Of course, such premium design quality means a premium price tag to match, with even the base configuration starting at an eye-watering $1,699 / £1,599 (around AU$2,615). That's a high asking price, but the Book5 Pro 360 puts a lot of work into justifying it.

For starters, the overall performance here is strong. The Intel Core Ultra 7 256V processor powering this laptop performs admirably across a wide range of workloads, even capable of handling triple-A games with the help of resolution upscaling. The battery life is also truly top-notch.

In terms of build quality, the Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 feels like it belongs among the best laptops, with a premium feel to the chassis and a sturdy 360-degree display hinge (making it a prime candidate for one of the best 2-in-1 laptops). With a good range of physical ports and a gorgeous AMOLED display to boot, this is one laptop I was seriously reluctant to send back once my testing was complete.

(Image credit: Future)Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 review: Price and availability

• Starts at $1,699 / £1,599 (around AU$2,615)
• Available now in the US and UK
• Only one configuration available in the US

Starting at $1,699 / £1,599 (around AU$2,615), the Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 doesn't have a wealth of configurations to choose from. In fact, US shoppers can only purchase one specific model, which features a 1TB SSD, 16GB of RAM, and an Intel Core Ultra 7 CPU.

If you're in the UK, you can pick up that same configuration for £1,799, or a slightly less powerful version with 512GB of storage and a Core Ultra 5 chip for the aforementioned £1,599 price tag.

It's some pretty steep pricing, especially in the UK - although as always, it should be noted that British pricing includes tax, and there's no telling how the current tariff situation will affect the actual retail price in the States. I've seen costlier laptops, and the Book5 Pro 360 lives up to its price tag, but this isn't one for the faint of heart (or slim of wallet).

Sorry to our readers over in Australia, as it seems that Samsung hasn't seen fit to bring any of the Galaxy Book laptop series to the land down under (at least, not according to its own online store). That means you'll be looking at third-party importers if you want to get your hands on a Book5 model.

• Price: 3 / 5

Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 review: Specs

Here are the specs for the Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360:

Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 specs

Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 (model reviewed)

Starting Price

$1,699 / £1,799 (around AU$2,615)

CPU

Up to Intel Core Ultra 7 256V

GPU

Intel Arc 140V integrated graphics

RAM

16GB

Storage

Up to 1TB SSD

Display

16-inch WQXGA+ (2880 x 1800) AMOLED 120Hz touchscreen

Ports

2x Thunderbolt 4 USB-C, 1x USB-A 3.2, 3.5mm combi audio jack, HDMI 2.1, microSD

Wireless

Wi-Fi 7 / Bluetooth 5.4

Weight

3.73lbs / 1.69kg

Dimensions

14 x 9.9 x 0.5 inches / 35.5 x 25.1 x 1.37mcm

Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 review: Design

• Best-in-class build quality
• Excellent display
• Tablet functionality is merely alright

Upon first unboxing it, the Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 immediately feels like a high-end piece of hardware. It's just half an inch thick, and there's not an ounce of wasted space here; the chassis is carefully sculpted around the 16-inch display, with a tiny bezel that also houses the 1080p webcam. The whole thing feels durable and well-constructed.

Despite featuring a full-scale keyboard that features a numpad on the right-hand side, typing on the Book5 Pro 360 never felt cramped in my testing. The individual keys are sufficiently spaced and offer a decent amount of travel for a thin-and-light ultrabook. There's a fingerprint reader for more secure logins, and you can also use Windows Hello to unlock the laptop with facial recognition.

The trackpad is very responsive with a robust click and no noticeable flex in the housing, even with firm presses - although as usual, I'd recommend connecting a third-party mouse instead. I didn't notice any issues with the palm rejection while typing, which is always a relief.

The 360-degree hinge that lets you flip into tablet mode is pleasingly sturdy (no annoying wobbles here), though I'd perhaps say that tablet functionality is the weakest feather in Samsung's cap. The Book5 Pro 360 is simply a bit too large and heavy to really work as a tablet device; don't expect this to beat any of the best tablets in that regard.

(Image credit: Future)

That being said, the touchscreen is fantastic; a 3K AMOLED display with excellent brightness, sharpness, and color reproduction. The Samsung S Pen comes bundled with every Book5 Pro 360, and while I'm no artist, it seems to work very well, which could be a potential boon for digital creatives. It would be nice if the S Pen could be garaged or snap magnetically to the chassis, though.

In terms of physical connectivity, the Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 features a great selection of ports: two Thunderbolt 4-enabled USB-Cs, one USB-A, HDMI video output for connecting a second screen, headphone jack, and even a microSD card reader - a worthwhile inclusion for photographers. Wireless connectivity is handled by Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4, exemplifying the cutting-edge nature of this laptop.

(Image credit: Future)

I also have to discuss the software side of things, since virtually every laptop manufacturer these days is dead set on cramming as many proprietary apps into their laptops as possible. These can range from somewhat useful to borderline malware, and are often among the first things I uninstall on a new device.

Mercifully, Samsung's integrated software is largely unobtrusive, and can be ignored entirely after the initial setup if you're so inclined. The tools on offer are best employed by users who already own another Galaxy device, with the Multi Control feature letting you access your Samsung phone or tablet directly from the laptop. You can even use a Galaxy Tab as a second screen, although I didn't have one on hand to test this myself.

(Image credit: Future)

• Design: 4.5 / 5

Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 review: Performance

• Strong all-round performance
• Intel Core Ultra chip gives local AI functionality
• Even capable of triple-A gaming (with some tweaks)

I was seriously impressed with the performance of the Intel Core Ultra 7 256V processor at the core of the Galaxy Book5 Pro 360. Outside of dedicated testing, I found the laptop remarkably fast and responsive, capable of handling multitasking workloads with ease.

Although the lack of a discrete GPU means that it's not best suited for seriously intensive work like video editing or 3D modeling, it can still handle a variety of daily tasks. My usual workload involves keeping a minimum of ten Chrome tabs open at once, usually with Spotify running in the background and the occasional bit of image editing in GIMP, and the Book5 Pro 360 had zero issues with that.

(Image credit: Future)Samsung Galaxy Book5 360 benchmarks

Here's how the Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 performed in our suite of benchmark tests:
3DMark: Night Raid: 17,990; Fire Strike: 8,874; Time Spy: 3,891; Steel Nomad: 1,677
Cinebench R24: Multi-core: 588; Single-core: 124
Geekbench 6.4: Multicore: 10,630; Single-core: 2,635
Geekbench AI: Single Precision Score: 3,165; Half Precision Score: 1,412; Quantized Score: 6,286
PCMark 10: 6,767
Crossmark: Overall: 1,770; Productivity: 1,640; Creativity: 1,996; Responsiveness: 1,558
Sid Meier's Civilization VII: (1080p, Medium, No Upscaling): 34fps; (1080p, High, No Upscaling): 22fps
Cyberpunk 2077: (1080p, Low, No Upscaling): 39fps; (1080p, Ultra, No Upscaling): 23fps
Battery Life (TechRadar movie test): 20 hours, 3 minutes

Over on the test bench, the Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 scored well across the board, with good performance in synthetic rendering and productivity tests. It's not world-beating performance (the best MacBooks will give this laptop a run for its money), but it's certainly on par with comparable Windows laptops.

Gaming performance is seriously impressive considering that it's all running on integrated Intel Arc graphics. Cyberpunk 2077 was just about playable at 1080p with the lowest graphical preset, but turn on upscaling (either via Intel's own XeSS tech or AMD's open-source FSR 3.0) and you can easily get a stable 30+ frames per second even on medium settings.

You might notice above that the recorded scores for Civilization VII - a less demanding title than Cyberpunk - look a bit low. Despite multiple attempts with different settings, I couldn't coax any better performance out of that game, and turning on upscaling actually made the framerate worse. Other games (including Borderlands 3 and Alan Wake 2) ran as expected, so it's possible there was a driver issue or similar obstacle I simply didn't have time to properly diagnose and resolve in my testing.

Lastly, the Book5 Pro 360 features a dedicated neural processing unit (NPU) on its Intel Core Ultra 7 chip, designed to handle local AI workloads (like some of the functionality of Microsoft Copilot). The NPU performance is solid, but it's worth noting that for running more intensive AI tasks - like training your own LLM - you'll see better performance on a laptop with a discrete Nvidia GPU.

(Image credit: Future)

• Performance: 4.5 / 5

Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 review: Battery life

• Fantastic battery lifespan
• Outlasts many competing laptops
• Charges quickly

Samsung makes some bold claims about the 76Wh battery of the Galaxy Book5 Pro 360, suggesting that it offers up to 25 hours of continuous use. It didn't quite live up to that figure in my testing, but it still delivered a very respectable 20 hours and 3 minutes of looped video playback.

We run our battery test at 50% brightness with Windows 11's 'best efficiency' power preset enabled, so that 25-hour figure actually sounds pretty achievable if you really tried to squeeze every last drop from the battery with minimum brightness and Energy Saver turned on. Regardless, it's an impressive result that comfortably defeats many competing laptops. The only one to beat it in recent memory is the 2025 Intel Core Ultra Dell XPS 13, but that laptop crucially has a much smaller (and therefore less power-hungry) display.

Charging is also fast, with power delivery via Thunderbolt 4 taking the battery from empty to full in approximately 90 minutes. The only downside is having to sacrifice a USB-C port while charging, but with plenty of other ports available, it's a very minor concern.

• Battery: 5 / 5

Should you buy the Samsung Galaxy Book5 360?Samsung Galaxy Book5 360: Scorecard

Attributes

Notes

Rating

Price

The bundled S Pen is a nice extra, but the price tag is still fairly high - though not entirely unreasonable for a premium ultrabook like this.

3.5 / 5

Design

Although the tablet mode is a bit unwieldy due to the large screen, this is a fantastically designed laptop overall.

4.5 / 5

Performance

Performance is strong across the board, with good gaming capabilities and a discrete NPU for AI workloads.

4.5 / 5

Battery

20 hours of battery life places the Book5 Pro 360 among the best of the best when it comes to laptop longevity.

5 / 5

Overall rating

If you're looking for a premium Windows device that beats out most of the competition, the Galaxy Book Pro 360 is a strong choice.

4.25 / 5

Buy it if...

You want premium build quality
The Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 feels like an expertly engineered device, with a robust screen hinge and comfortable keyboard.

You want a fast and versatile laptop
With strong all-rounder performance and great responsiveness, plus a fantastic touchscreen, this Galaxy Book can handle almost anything you throw at it.

Don't buy it if... 

You really want a tablet
Although the touchscreen is great, the whole laptop is slightly too large to be practical as a tablet - it's fine for occasional use, but ill-suited as a dedicated tablet device.

You're on a budget
There's no avoiding it: the Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 is expensive. If you want an affordable system, you'll be better off checking out our best budget laptops guide.

Samsung Galaxy Book5 360: Also consider

Microsoft Surface Laptop 7
If you can make do with just a touchscreen, rather than a fully convertible laptop, the Surface 7 is an excellent choice. We found its performance very capable across multiple areas, while its design, battery life, and even sound quality are great as well. It uses an ARM processor, though, so beware of possible incompatibilities.
Check out our Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 review

Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M4 Pro, 2024)
For those who aren't too concerned about Windows and would be happy to make the switch to macOS, the 16-inch M4 MacBook Pro is the way to go - just bear in mind that it's even more expensive (and even more powerful) than the Galaxy Book5 Pro 360.
Check out our MacBook Pro 16-inch (M4 Pro, 2024) review

Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360

Microsoft Surface Laptop 7

Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M4, 2024)

Starting Price

From $1,699 / £1,599 (around AU$2,615)

From $999.99 / £1,049.99 / AU$1,899

From $2,499 / £2,499 / AU$3,999

CPU

Up to Intel Core Ultra 7 256V

Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite

Up to Apple M4 Max (16-core)

GPU

Intel Arc 140V integrated graphics

Qualcomm Adreno GPU

Up to 40-core integrated GPU

RAM

16GB DDR5

Up to 32GB LPDDR5x

Up to 48GB unified memory

Storage

Up to 1TB SSD

Up to 1TB SSD

Up to 1TB SSD

Display

16-inch WQXGA+ (2880 x 1800) AMOLED 120Hz touchscreen

13.8-inch 2304 x 1536, 3:2 120Hz HDR touchscreen

16-inch 3456 x 2234 Liquid Retina XDR display

Ports

2x Thunderbolt 4 USB-C, 1x USB-A 3.2, 1x 3.5mm combi audio jack, 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x microSD card reader

2x USB 4 Type C, 1x USB Type A Gen 3.1, 1x 3.5mm combo jack, 1x Surface connect port, 1x microSD card reader

3x Thunderbolt 5 (USB-C), 1x HDMI, 1x SDXC card slot, 1x 3.5mm headphone jack, MagSafe 3

Wireless

Wi-Fi 7 / Bluetooth 5.4

WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.4

Wi-Fi 6e, Bluetooth 5.3

Weight

3.73lbs / 1.69kg

2.96lbs / 1.34kg

4.8 lbs / 2.2kg

Dimensions

14 x 9.9 x 0.5 inches / 35.5 x 25.1 x 1.37mcm

11.85 x 8.67 x 0.69 inches / 30.1 x 22.0 x 1.75cm

14.01 x 9.77 x 0.66 inches / 35.6 x 24.8 x 1.7cm

How I tested the Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360

• Replaced my usual laptop for one week
• Performed a variety of everyday tasks
• Ran our usual suite of synthetic and gaming tests

As I usually do for any laptop review, I replaced my daily driver (the ever-dependable HP Spectre x360) with the Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 for one week, using it for both my regular work and a bit of entertainment outside of the nine-to-five.

My day-to-day workload mostly involves editing spreadsheets and text documents, researching online in Chrome, and some light image editing (usually to produce fun pictures for spicy opinion articles). Beyond that, I also used the Book5 Pro 360 for some gaming, playing Borderlands and Stardew Valley with my partner, as well as finally catching up on Dandadan season 2 on Netflix.

I've got plenty of experience in testing laptops, as I've been professionally reviewing them (along with all other sorts of computer hardware) for more than eight years. I've learned what it takes to make a good laptop, and what potential drawbacks to keep an eye out for.

Read more about how we test

First reviewed August 2025

If you're wondering what the best Dell XPS deals are or where to find the cheapest prices you've come to the right place. No matter what size or configuration of this incredible Ultrabook you're after, you'll find options here from all the big retailers as well as our top tips for scoring a good deal right here.

It's an interesting time to be checking in as Dell has recently announced that it will be renaming its entire XPS line to 'Dell Premium' for 2025 and onward. Right now, however, there are no newly renamed or refreshed models on the market so the XPS 14, 16, 15, and 13 are still widely available and stocked - often with healthy discounts.

Alongside the latest models, you'll also find some older choices too. Don't discount these machines just because they're a little older - they might not pack the latest components, but they're still fantastic laptops all around. Because of their age, finding decent laptop deals on these models also tends to be easier overall - especially around big retail events like Black Friday and Cyber Monday or from Dell's own website using an available Dell coupon code.

If you're undecided on which Dell XPS deal is for you, don't worry, we've got a direct comparison just down below. Scroll down to see a full list of available specs, as well as a price comparison.

Dell XPS 13 & 15 deals: latest models

(Image credit: Dell)Dell XPS 13 9345 (2024)

Now with a new ARM-based chipset

CPU: Snapdragon X Elite | Graphics: Qualcomm Adreno | RAM: 16GB - 64GB | Screen: 13.4-inch FHD (1,920 x 1,200), QHD+ (2560 x 1600), QLED 3K (2880 x 1800) | Storage: 512GB – 2TB SSD

Excellent battery lifeImproved thermal performancePriciest 13-inchStill a few minor software quibbles

For the first time ever, the latest Dell XPS 13 has the option for a non-Intel processor. New or 2024 is the Dell XPS 13 with the ARM-based Snapdragon X Elite chipset; which is more akin to the processors used in the latest MacBooks than the traditional Intel components in previous iterations.

In layman's terms, this means that the Dell XPS 13 9345 (this model's official designation) is not just an extremely capable machine, but it also features exceptional battery life (up to 20 hours in our testing), and greatly improved thermal management. Basically, it runs cooler for longer, while still having plenty of power for all your daily tasks.

All these points mean that the Dell XPS 13 9345 is a strong contender if you're looking for the absolute best Dell XPS 13 on the market right now. Note, however, that having such radically different components can mean compatibility issues with certain programs - in particular games, which are nearly all optimized to run on the old Intel and AMD-based architecture.

Check out our Dell XPS 13 9345 review for more information on this model.

(Image credit: Dell)Dell XPS 13 9340 (2024)

The Intel version of the latest device

CPU: Intel Core Ultra 7 | Graphics: Intel Arc | RAM: 16GB - 64GB | Screen: 13.4-inch FHD (1,920 x 1,200) – QHD+ (2560 x 1600) | Storage: 512GB – 2TB SSD

Inherits the 13 Plus designNew Ultra 7 chipsetsFewer lower-end optionsHigher starting price

The newest addition to Dell's XPS 13 and 15-inch roster is a refreshed 13-inch model. While the older iterations are still readily available, this Dell XPS 13 2024 features the latest design and components - bringing it into line with the other new models from Dell (there's a 14-inch and 16-inch model now).

Externally, the Dell XPS 13 2024 features many of the same design features as the 2023 Dell XPS 13 Plus - namely the seamless trackpad, zero-lattice keyboard, and a row of touch-key functions just below the display. These modern touches give this model a more premium feel overall, although the older models are still superbly high-end laptops in their own right.

One of the more interesting changes for the Dell XPS 13 2024 is the inclusion of a brand new Intel Ultra series chipset. These are new processors from Intel that include an NPU or 'neural processing unit', which aims to super-charge AI-assisted tasks. Otherwise, however, they are mostly an iterative improvement to overall performance and power efficiency.

Value-wise, we wouldn't rank the latest Dell XPS 13 as the best option currently due to its relatively high starting price of $1,399. In comparison, we've seen the slightly older XPS 13 Plus go for as little as $999 previously - and that's a model that's outwardly very similar to the latest model. The older XPS 13 models are also still readily available right now and have gone for as little as $599 for the baseline Core i5 model.

(Image credit: Dell)Dell XPS 13 Plus deals

Last year's premium model is a great buy

CPU: Intel Core i5 – i7 (13th gen) | Graphics: Intel Iris Xe | RAM: 8GB – 32GB | Screen: 13.4-inch FHD (1,920 x 1,200) – 4K OLED (3840 x 2400) | Storage: 512GB – 2TB SSD

The lightest XPS yetHaptic touchpadMinor improvementsSuper pricey

The Dell XPS 13 Plus is a standalone premium version of the XPS 13, initially released in 2023. It's been superseded by the latest 2024 XPS model, which has inherited its design, but it's still readily available at the official Dell site - and often with discounts.

Outwardly, this model is almost identical to the new baseline XPS 13, with its seamless haptic keyboard and redesigned keyboard. It does, however, feature slightly older components under the hood. You're not getting the latest 'Ultra' series of processors, instead getting the standard Intel Core i7 chipsets - which are still plenty powerful for zipping through everyday tasks.

Generally speaking, we still recommend the Dell XPS 13 Plus if you can get it at a decent price. We've recently seen Dell offer the XPS 13 Plus for as little as $999 / £898, which is a fantastic price considering it's only a year old at the time of writing. It's likely to be the cheaper option versus the standard 2024 XPS 13 for a while yet, making it a decent alternative if you're happy to forgo the latest chipsets.

(Image credit: Dell)Dell XPS 13 (2022) deals

We still recommend this one - if you can find it

CPU: Intel Core i5 – i7 (12th gen) | Graphics: Intel Iris Xe | RAM: 8GB – 32GB | Screen: 13.4-inch FHD (1,920 x 1,200), 13.4-inch FHD Touchscreen | Storage: 512GB – 1TB SSD

Extremely affordableStill a premium designOlder components now

The older Dell XPS 13 from 2022 was readily available at most stores up until recently as the unofficial 'budget' model. Unfortunately, it's getting harder to find now as of mid 2024. While it lacks some of the latest design features - like the fancy keyboard or trackpad-less design - it's still a fantastic ultrabook and a great all-around choice. Even if it is officially discontinued now.

The 2022 XPS 13 model comes with 12th-generation Intel Core chipsets, which are still good if you're not looking for the cutting edge of performance. The Core i5 model, for example, could be a good choice if you simply want a premium laptop for writing emails or watching videos on the go. We've seen this baseline model go for as little as $599 / £799, which is a great value.

If you need more performance, however, then you'll likely want to set your sites on the Core i7 model - which also features a more spacious 512GB SSD. This particular model has been as low as $799 in the US, which we think is an outstanding price considering it's still an extremely capable laptop.

(Image credit: Dell)Dell XPS 15 (2023)

An incredible performer with a slightly older design

CPU: Intel Core i9-13900H | Graphics: Intel Arc A370M - RTX 4070 | RAM: 16GB – 64GB | Screen: 15.6" FHD+ (1920 x 1200), 15.6" OLED 3.5K (3456x2160) | Storage: 1TB – 8TB SSD

Option for an OLED displaySuperb high-end specsDesign hasn't been refreshed yet

This is the latest Dell XPS 15 on the market currently, as the 15-inch model hasn't received a 2024 refresh like the 13-inch variant. Even though it's not the latest model on the market (there's an XPS 16 now), it's still a great option right now if you want a powerful laptop that's capable of taking on the heaviest workloads.

Alongside up-to-date components from Intel and Nvidia, the latest Dell XPS 15 2023 also includes the option to configure your machine all the way up to 64GB RAM and 4TB SSD, plus the option for a lavish 3.5K OLED display. As you'd imagine, these specs come with an incredibly high price tag but we are now starting to see better deals on this 15-inch now it's no longer the latest model in the range.

(Image credit: Dell)Dell XPS 15 (2022) deals

Only worth it if you can snag a good deal

CPU: Intel Core i5 – i7 (12th gen) | Graphics: Intel UHD - RTX 3050 Ti | RAM: 8GB – 64GB | Screen: 15.6-inch FHD (1,920 x 1,200) – 4k (3840 x 2160) | Storage: 512GB – 2TB SSD

RTX 3050 graphics cards12th gen Intel Core processorsStill not a gaming laptop

As of writing, the 2022 Dell XPS 15 model is still available at a few retailers but it's getting increasingly difficult to find stock now as Dell has officially discontinued it in favor of the 2023 model. If you can find it for cheaper, however, it's still a great buy with its 12th gen Intel Core chipsets and RTX 3000 series graphics cards.

Neither of these components are cutting-edge or up-to-date now but they will suffice nicely for high-performance everyday tasks. This model can even handle some light gaming, although hardcore gamers will want to look elsewhere if they're specifically aiming for a gaming laptop (there are better value options out there right now).

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• LinkedIn Premium subscribers can get a 3-month free trial of ExpressVPN
• Premium Perks is exclusive to paid subscribers of LinkedIn, typically offering long-term trials and discounts
• If a trial converts into a 12 or 24-month subscription, a further 4 free months are added

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Is this ExpressVPN deal as good as it sounds?

Signing up for this free ExpressVPN 3-month trial gives 90 days of premium VPN access without commitment. That alone makes this deal worth trying if you have LinkedIn Premium. With anyone signing up getting an extra four free months on top of a 12- or 24-month plan, it’s tough to say no to this offer.

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• BioWare pitched EA a remaster of the first three Dragon Age games, but the concept was turned down
• Former Dragon Age executive producer Mark Darrah said the remastered games would have been called the Champions Trilogy
• He also said that "EA wants mainstream success" and is "against remasters"

A remaster of the first three Dragon Age games was pitched by BioWare to EA, but turned down because the publisher is "against remasters".

Speaking in an interview with the YouTube channel MrMattyPlays, former Dragon Age executive producer Mark Darrah discussed the last year's latest entry in the series, Dragon Age: The Veilguard, and the mixed reception it received.

Now that BioWare has shifted its entire focus to Mass Effect 5, Darrah said that he doesn't know how a new Dragon Age game can be made and thinks the studio should remake the first three games, starting with Origins.

The former franchise lead went on to reveal that this concept was pitched to EA as the Champions Trilogy, but was turned down.

"I honestly think they should do — I don't think they will, but they should do — a remaster of the first three [Dragon Age games]," Darrah said (thanks, IGN). "One of the things we pitched at one point — pretty softly, so pitched is a massive overstatement — was to retroactively rebrand the first games as if they were a trilogy, call it the Champions Trilogy, so you have these larger-than-life heroes... maybe you do that as a first step.

"You shine them up, you re-release them — probably remaster, probably not a remake — see what happens and maybe go from there. I'm very curious to see... in a weird, twisted way, the Mass Effect franchise and the Dragon Age franchise are in similar states.

"They have a trilogy of games that are pretty well received, and then a fourth game that's less well received. I'll be curious to see what Mass Effect does with Mass [Effect] 5 — how does Andromeda fit in there?"

Although EA wasn't inclined to remaster the Dragon Age games, it did release the Mass Effect Legendary Edition in 2021, which combined the first three games in the series.

According to Darrah, EA favors Mass Effect over Dragon Age because it wants "mainstream success".

"The problem Dragon Age has had, charitably I guess, would be to say that EA wants mainstream success and it's hard - or at least it has historically been hard - for corporate people, people who come from the sports side of the organization to look at a game like Dragon Age: Origins, which is super nerdy, not very attractive looking, and say 'this is a mainstream game'," said Darrah.

"They don't see it [with Dragon Age]. They look at Mass Effect, they can see it… there's just been a lot of difficulty with them, there's always been a push for [Dragon Age] to be more mainstream, more accessible. So it's always had this either pressure to be something different, or more - in the case of something like Inquisition - a reaction to that."

Darrah added: "EA's historically been — and I don't know why, but they've even said this publicly — they're kind of against remasters. I don't really know why, and it's strange for a publicly-traded company to seemingly be against free money but they seem to be against it. So that's part of it."

(Image credit: Electronic Arts)

Darrah continued, saying that another problem is that a Dragon Age remaster is "to some degree unknowably harder" to make than Mass Effect, since the three games were all made using different engines.

He explained that the plan for the initial version of Dragon Age 4, before its multiplayer reboot and before it became Veilguard, was to use the Frostbite engine again, find a mod house, and then "pay them to do a remake of Dragon Age: Origins."

"There were lots of pitches around, is there a way to bring Dragon Age: Origins forward? And depending what you do, a remaster you kind of get Dragon Age 2 for free, a remake you don't."

Unfortunately, working with an older engine would have been a difficult task, with Darrah explaining that BioWare would have had to remaster Dragon Age internally.

"The studios run their own financials within themselves, and to some degree EA's stance was probably 'sure, go ahead and do it, but do it with the money you already have'," Darrah said. "And it was like, we can't do it with the money we already have because we're doing all these other things."

In January, BioWare announced that it was downsizing the studio and moving an unspecified number of developers to other teams within EA, while others will be focused entirely on the next Mass Effect game.

Currently, a core team at BioWare is developing Mass Effect 5. As a result of the changes, several, long-time BioWare and Dragon Age veterans were also laid off.

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